value of Vega mandolin?

Lonnie Wells · Post by **Lonnie Wells** » 4 Nov 2008 10:01 am

I'm considering buying a mandolin from a friend and have no idea of it's value. It an F style Vega mandolin, model VM70C and evidently made in Korea. Mfg Date is 10/23/92 and condition is excellent and has nice hardshell case. Would appreciate any comments from anyone.
thanks,
Lonnie

Ric Truett · Post by **Ric Truett** » 5 Nov 2008 5:28 pm

Lonnie, a couple of things to look for or ask. Is it a SOLID TOP or laminate mandolin? It does make a huge difference in the tone and also the value of the mando.

Typically, Korean mandos are cheaper made mandos. Without seeing it I would guess in the $100-$200 range.

Hope this helps some...

Lonnie Wells · Post by **Lonnie Wells** » 12 Nov 2008 9:50 am

Hi Rick
I been out of town. thanks for the comments. I'll see if I can find out more about the mando and post a reply later.

Mike Perlowin · Post by **Mike Perlowin** » 12 Nov 2008 11:57 am

You might want to ask this question at the Mandolin Cafe's web site.

http://www.mandolincafe.com/

Lonnie Wells · Post by **Lonnie Wells** » 12 Nov 2008 12:09 pm

thanks Mike. I'll give that a try.